Biology Lab Specialist
- Employer
- Dallas College
- Location
- Lancaster, Texas, United States
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- Nov 4, 2024
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Science & Mathematics, Other Science & Technology, Administrative, IT & Technology, Technology Administration/Other
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Weekly Work Hours
40
Compensation Range
N04-PT
Hourly Rate
$22.06 Hourly
FLSA
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Position Type
Staff
Position Summary
Dallas College seeks a dynamic individual to play an important role in the operation of the one of the seven new Dallas College academic Schools (the Schools). The Lab Specialist will serve within one of the Dallas College academic Schools. Dallas College is establishing the Schools with a new, ambitious academic framework to ensure the Schools align with the North Texas region’s workforce and industry needs to ensure graduates’ success in their careers.
The Lab Specialist will report to the Lab Manager. The Lab Specialist is responsible for maintaining materials, supplies, equipment, and information systems while providing technical support for courses and programs.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
Minimum Qualifications
Key Responsibilities
About Us
Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do.
Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
Applications DeadlineNovember 15, 2024
All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date. To view the job posting closing date please return to the search for jobs page.
If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.
Weekly Work Hours
40
Compensation Range
N04-PT
Hourly Rate
$22.06 Hourly
FLSA
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Position Type
Staff
Position Summary
Dallas College seeks a dynamic individual to play an important role in the operation of the one of the seven new Dallas College academic Schools (the Schools). The Lab Specialist will serve within one of the Dallas College academic Schools. Dallas College is establishing the Schools with a new, ambitious academic framework to ensure the Schools align with the North Texas region’s workforce and industry needs to ensure graduates’ success in their careers.
The Lab Specialist will report to the Lab Manager. The Lab Specialist is responsible for maintaining materials, supplies, equipment, and information systems while providing technical support for courses and programs.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge about laboratory operations, laboratory information
systems (software and hardware), and laboratory equipment in one or
more discipline areas within the School.
- Advanced ability to use computer technology to access data,
maintain records, generate reports and communicate with
others.
- Must have strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task,
detail-oriented approach to work, strong decision-making skills,
good follow-up, ability to complete tasks.
- Utilizes excellent interpersonal, listening, oral and written
communication skills in order to communicate effectively with
internal and external stakeholders and constituents in the Dallas
College community network.
- Strong knowledge and experience providing effective customer
service.
- Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with
individuals internal/external to Dallas College.
- Must be able to comply with district policies/procedures as
well as applicable local, state, and federal rules and
regulations.
Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate degree plus one (1) year of related work experience
and/or experience in a teaching environment. In lieu of associate
degree, two (2) years of related work experience may be
substituted.
- Official transcripts are required.
- Some positions may require specific state
licensed/certifications depending on the discipline.
- Bilingual preferred.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for daily operations and maintenance of
laboratories, specialized classrooms, learning laboratories, tool
rooms and equipment in support of courses and programs.
- Promote and support safety through laboratory safe practices
and provide training for students on safety procedures and
hazardous materials handling.
- Maintains all Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) information
for all chemicals and materials as required.
- Responsible for performing periodic inventory and maintaining
accurate inventory for equipment, tools, materials and
supplies.
- Receives, stores, and issues tools, supplies or equipment
associated with courses or programs.
- Maintains log of tools, materials and equipment distributed and
returned.
- Responsible for security of assigned inventory.
- Responsible for maintaining tools, equipment, and information
systems in good working condition and ensuring that repairs are
scheduled and completed in a timely manner; perform minor repairs
and calibrations as needed.
- Responsible for scheduling preventative maintenance of
equipment and recommend replacement or new equipment
acquisitions.
- Schedule repairs and prepares and tracks purchase
requisitions.
- Serve as primary point of contact for vendors for quotes and
purchases.
- For learning labs, partner with faculty to coordinate
appropriate learning lab support services including student
orientation and training.
- Responsible for troubleshooting lab hardware/software
issues.
- Monitor students in the computer lab during open lab
periods.
- Assist in the monitoring of lab activities to ensure a safe and
clean learning environment.
- Serves as a resource to students, staff and faculty in area of
specialization.
- Monitor and control budget expenditures within
allocation.
- Hire, supervise, and evaluate lab assistants and assigned
staff.
- Determines work schedules and assignments in collaboration with
faculty.
- Keeps up to date on the professional and technical aspects on
the job.
- Utilizes excellent communication skills when interacting with
internal/external stakeholders and constituents within the Dallas
College community network.
- Provide excellent customer service.
- Completes required Dallas College Professional Development
training hours per academic year.
- Perform other job duties as assigned.
About Us
Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do.
Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
Applications DeadlineNovember 15, 2024
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